Construction sites, refurbishments and events all need reliable fire warning even though the building’s permanent systems may not yet be in place or fully working. A temporary fire alarm system provides that protection: a rapidly deployable, usually wireless system of call points, sounders and, where needed, detectors that can be installed quickly and moved as the work progresses. MEP designs, supplies, installs and hires temporary fire alarm systems for construction and short-term use across the UK.
Temporary alarms are typically wireless, so they can be set up fast and repositioned as a site develops without any cabling. Manual call points let workers raise the alarm, linked wireless sounders warn everyone across the site, and automatic detection can be added to protect areas such as site accommodation or completed sections of a building. The units are self-contained and battery powered, and the network can be extended, reduced or relocated easily to keep pace with the changing layout of the works.
Fire safety on construction sites is a legal requirement, and the fire warning arrangements should follow recognised guidance such as the joint industry guidance for fire safety on construction sites and the principles of BS 5839. A temporary system must give enough warning for everyone on site to escape safely. We assess the site and its fire plan, design coverage that suits the works and how they will progress, and provide the system for purchase or hire with support throughout the project.
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A rapidly deployable, usually wireless fire warning system for construction sites, refurbishments and events, providing protection while permanent systems are not available.
Because fire safety is a legal requirement throughout the works, and the permanent system is often not yet installed or fully operational.
Usually, yes. Wireless units can be installed quickly and moved as the site changes, without the need for cabling.
Yes. We offer temporary systems for hire as well as purchase, with support for the duration of the project.
Temporary systems follow recognised construction site fire safety guidance and the principles of BS 5839 to give adequate warning for safe escape.
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